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Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono QuartzvsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

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Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz
HamiltonJazzmaster Chrono Quartz
MSRP $1,075
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz42mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz40h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz100m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz$1,075
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
12.13mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
251.274
Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,075
$1,450

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz for its excellent value, with some enthusiasts appreciating its unique styling. However, the open-heart design is a point of contention; some find it cluttered and prone to collecting dirt, while others report difficulty reading the time with it, particularly as eyesight declines. One owner notes the movement is not exceptional. On balance, owners consider the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz a superb deal, with its value being the primary draw.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Owners widely praise the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its tool-like aesthetic, bright tritium lume, and satisfying bezel action, making it enjoyable to handle and use. One owner finds the 36mm case comfortable after an initial adjustment period, while another reports accuracy within a few seconds of atomic time. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and enjoyable tool-watch characteristics.

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